2003 Maybach 57 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 306 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maybach 57 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2820 mm |
