1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 686 kg more than 1989 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera, 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Buick | Maybach |
| Model | Riviera | 57 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2220 mm |
