1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 629 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Maybach |
| Model | Toronado | 57 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 110 L |
