1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 711 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90. 2006 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Austin | Maybach |
Model | A 90 | 57 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 901 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3400 mm |