1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. 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. 2011 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Austin | Maybach |
| Model | A 70 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
