1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2012 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP) has 290 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (330 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm). This means 2012 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Maybach Landaulet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
Model | Corvette | Landaulet |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 620 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 999 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3828 mm |