1972 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1926 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina. 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Toyota Carina | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Toyota | Maybach |
Model | Carina | 62 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3828 mm |