1997 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 62 (631 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1446 kg more than 1997 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 817 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Nissan | Maybach |
Model | Laurel | 62 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2824 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3828 mm |