2009 Maybach 62 vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1970 Mercury Marauder. 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 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maybach 62 | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Maybach | Mercury |
Model | 62 | Marauder |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 3160 mm |