2008 Maybach 62 vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural 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 515 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. 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 813 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 62 | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Maybach | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 62 | Rural |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5978 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2660 mm |
