1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1476 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968. 2011 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Porsche | Maybach |
| Model | 968 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 110 L |
