2008 Maybach 62 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1369 kg more than 1956 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 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 694 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 62 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Maybach | Rover |
| Model | 62 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 52 L |
