1956 Daimler DK vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2002 Maybach 57 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1956 Daimler DK. 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Daimler | Maybach |
| Model | DK | 57 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2220 mm |
