1971 Volkswagen 1600 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 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP) has 490 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1901 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. 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 789 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Volkswagen 1600 | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Maybach |
| Model | 1600 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 543 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 110 L |
