1979 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,978 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 726 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Buick | Maybach |
Model | Electra | 62 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3830 mm |