1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 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 412 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1926 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Porsche | Maybach |
| Model | 911 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3828 mm |
