1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maybach |
| Model | 600 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
