1974 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban 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 443 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | GMC | Maybach |
| Model | Suburban | 57 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3400 mm |
