2009 Maybach 57 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 801 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Maybach | Vauxhall |
| Model | 57 | Velox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5979 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 48 L |
