2006 Maybach 62 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator 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 373 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 62 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Maybach | Opel |
| Model | 62 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
