2007 Maybach 62 vs. 1986 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant SE6 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 409 more horse power than 1986 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1986 Reliant SE6. 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 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant SE6. 2007 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1986 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1986 Reliant SE6 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 | 1986 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Maybach | Reliant |
| Model | 62 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2650 mm |
