1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 591 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2321 kg more than 1984 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Mehari, 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 960 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari. 2012 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Citroen | Maybach |
Model | Mehari | 62 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3828 mm |