1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Wildcat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Maybach |
| Model | Wildcat | 62 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3830 mm |
