2007 Maybach 62 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1303 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 499 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (43 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2035 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 800 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 62 | 1967 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Maybach | Volkswagen |
| Model | 62 | 1303 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 40 L |
