1956 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Buick | Maybach |
| Model | 40 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3400 mm |
