2007 Maybach 62 vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Mystique 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 436 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1492 kg more than 1997 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Maybach 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 62 | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercury |
| Model | 62 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5979 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2710 mm |
