1983 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica 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 437 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1766 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 752 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 2010 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Toyota | Maybach |
| Model | Celica | 62 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3828 mm |
