2009 Maybach 62 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry 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 561 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2055 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maybach 62 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 920 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 62 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Maybach | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2340 mm |
