1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Maybach 57
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 687 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
Model | Corvette | 57 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 110 L |