2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 638 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Vauxhall Victor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 1962 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Maxima | Victor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |
