1961 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 2260 kg more than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 865 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. 2012 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1961 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1961 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mitsubishi A10 | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Maybach |
Model | A10 | 57 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 493 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 3391 mm |