2005 Maybach 62 vs. 1985 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Leopard 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 447 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1985 Nissan Leopard. 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 753 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Leopard. 2005 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Leopard has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Leopard 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 | 1985 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Maybach | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2630 mm |
