1998 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (899 Nm) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Buick | Maybach |
| Model | Regal | 57 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
