1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 755 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. 2010 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Maybach |
Model | 100 | 57 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3391 mm |