2007 Maybach 62 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1895 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Maybach 62 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 2007 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311, 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 819 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 62 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Maybach | Wartburg |
| Model | 62 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 43 L |
