1973 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 797 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Honda | Maybach |
Model | Civic | 57 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2220 mm |