2004 Maybach 57 vs. 1953 Studebaker Commander
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Studebaker Commander 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 422 more horse power than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1953 Studebaker Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1953 Studebaker Commander. 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Studebaker Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 1953 Studebaker Commander | |
| Make | Maybach | Studebaker |
| Model | 57 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3070 mm |
