1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308. 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 308 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:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 308 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3400 mm |
