1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (949 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maybach 62. (900 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maybach 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | Corvette | 62 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 543 HP |
| Torque | 949 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 351 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3830 mm |
