1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2011 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2011 Maybach Landaulet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Maybach Landaulet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 866 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2011 Maybach Landaulet has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach Landaulet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maybach |
| Model | Alfasud | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
