1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Maybach 57
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette 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 297 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 983 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. 2005 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1956 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | Corvette | 57 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 110 L |
