1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 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 (1,357 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1057 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
Model | MK II | 57 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3400 mm |