1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto 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 414 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1786 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. 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, 1989 Honda Concerto, 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 757 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto. 2010 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Concerto 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:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Honda | Maybach |
| Model | Concerto | 62 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 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 | 1090 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3828 mm |
