2009 Maybach 62 vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1895 kg more than 1951 Singer SM 1500. 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 62 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 903 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500. 2009 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1951 Singer SM 1500 has manual transmission. 1951 Singer SM 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 62 | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Maybach | Singer |
| Model | 62 | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2320 mm |
