1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1875 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. 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 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 823 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2009 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Lancia | Maybach |
Model | Appia | 57 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3400 mm |