1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP) has 361 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender. 2003 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maybach |
| Model | Defender | 57 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 543 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2220 mm |
