1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1739 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. 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 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 832 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Vega | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
Model | Vega | 57 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 110 L |