1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1324 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. 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 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 722 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | Valiant | 57 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3391 mm |
