2006 Maybach 62 vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2155 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 827 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4. 2006 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1958 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 62 | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Maybach | Morgan |
| Model | 62 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2450 mm |
