1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1655 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 2011 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maybach |
Model | Alfetta | 57 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 110 L |