1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa 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 494 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2071 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Maybach 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 813 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2010 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Citroen | Maybach |
Model | Visa | 62 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3828 mm |