1983 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1983 Buick Electra. 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Buick | Maybach |
Model | Electra | 57 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 110 L |