1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | Silverado | 57 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3400 mm |
