1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1896 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 859 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maybach |
| Model | GT | 62 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 110 L |
