1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1984 Daimler 4.2. 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Daimler | Maybach |
| Model | 4.2 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3400 mm |
