1992 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend, 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Legend | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Honda | Maybach |
Model | Legend | 62 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |