1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2009 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2009 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2009 Maybach Landaulet 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 2009 Maybach Landaulet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 714 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2009 Maybach Landaulet | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Maybach |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Landaulet |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3828 mm |