2004 Maybach 57 vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident 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 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1965 TVR Trident. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1965 TVR Trident. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident. 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 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 TVR Trident. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 TVR Trident.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Maybach | TVR |
| Model | 57 | Trident |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2290 mm |
