2003 Maybach 57 vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 164 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 414 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1971 Volvo 164. 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 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maybach 57 | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Maybach | Volvo |
| Model | 57 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
