1976 Holden Torana vs. 2012 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2012 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana.
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 Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 903 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana. 2012 Maybach Landaulet has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach Landaulet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2012 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Holden | Maybach |
| Model | Torana | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3828 mm |
