2002 Maybach 57 vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2002 Maybach 57 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1412 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 777 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. 2002 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maybach 57 | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Maybach | Reliant |
| Model | 57 | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2290 mm |
