1979 Lada 1200 vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1910 kg more than 1979 Lada 1200. 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200. 2009 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1979 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1979 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lada 1200 | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Lada | Maybach |
Model | 1200 | 62 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 110 L |