1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1403 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 811 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S-MX | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Honda | Maybach |
Model | S-MX | 57 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3400 mm |