2005 Maybach 62 vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1885 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona. 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona. 2005 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 62 | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Maybach | Opel |
| Model | 62 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
