2008 Maybach 62 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,978 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 530 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1354 kg more than 1949 Rover P4. 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 850 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4. 2008 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1949 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1949 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Maybach 62 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | Maybach | Rover |
Model | 62 | P4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5978 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 52 L |