1979 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-7. 2010 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1979 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1979 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Mazda | Maybach |
| Model | RX-7 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |
