2006 Maybach 62 vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona 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 458 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1820 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. 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 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona. 2006 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Corona 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 | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Maybach | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
