2007 Maybach 62 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird 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 466 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1900 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 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 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 2007 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1973 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1973 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 62 | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Maybach | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2510 mm |
