2003 Maybach 57 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 792 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maybach 57 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Maybach | Opel |
| Model | 57 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |
