1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 856 kg more than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | New Yorker | 62 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3828 mm |
