1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Holden | Maybach |
| Model | Sunbird | 57 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2220 mm |
