1972 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 584 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2396 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 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 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 959 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 2012 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1972 Suzuki Fronte has manual transmission. 1972 Suzuki Fronte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Suzuki Fronte | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Maybach |
| Model | Fronte | 62 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |
