1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 745 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Opel | Maybach |
| Model | Ascona | 57 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 110 L |
