1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Maybach 57
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1954 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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 2005 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 2005 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Maybach |
Model | 100 | 57 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
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 | 90 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2220 mm |