1983 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 535 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1334 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 806 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Opel | Maybach |
| Model | Senator | 57 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3391 mm |
