2007 Maybach 62 vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Monterey. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1972 Mercury Monterey. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maybach 62 | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Maybach | Mercury |
Model | 62 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5979 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 3160 mm |