1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 606 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 2209 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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. 2012 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maybach |
| Model | 500 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3391 mm |
