1973 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2002 Maybach 57 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. 2002 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1973 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1973 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | Corvette | 57 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 543 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2220 mm |
