1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 2011 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2011 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Viper.
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 Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler Viper. 2011 Maybach Landaulet has automatic transmission and 1989 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach Landaulet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 2011 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | Viper | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3828 mm |
