1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla 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 558 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2096 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. 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 905 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Toyota | Maybach |
| Model | Corolla | 62 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 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 | 780 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 110 L |
