1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Holden | Maybach |
| Model | Commodore | 57 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4142 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3400 mm |
