2009 Maybach 62 vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 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 433 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 911. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1613 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911. 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 745 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 911. (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 911. 2009 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 911 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 | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maybach | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
