2006 Maybach 62 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 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 1986 Peugeot 505. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1474 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. 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 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 62 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Maybach | Peugeot |
| Model | 62 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2680 mm |
