1997 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1997 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1997 Holden Statesman. 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 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 694 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Statesman | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Holden | Maybach |
Model | Statesman | 57 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3391 mm |