1993 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Commodore | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Holden | Maybach |
Model | Commodore | 57 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3400 mm |