1988 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Maybach 57
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2005 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Buick | Maybach |
Model | Electra | 57 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2220 mm |