1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | Chevelle | 57 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |
