1997 Honda Today vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 573 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 2034 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 942 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 2012 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Today | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Honda | Maybach |
Model | Today | 57 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1981 mm |