1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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, 2008 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 831 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maybach |
| Model | 850 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3400 mm |
