1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 737 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maybach |
Model | 156 | 57 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |