2007 Maybach 62 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 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 489 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. 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 824 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 62 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Maybach | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5979 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2460 mm |
