1975 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320. 2012 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 320 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3391 mm |
