1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1885 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 928 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maybach |
| Model | 1100 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 110 L |
