1991 Chevrolet SS vs. 2012 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2012 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP) has 375 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
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, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (468 Nm). This means 2012 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet SS. 2012 Maybach Landaulet has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet SS has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet SS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach Landaulet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet SS | 2012 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | SS | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 620 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3828 mm |
