2004 Maybach 57 vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord 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 448 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1967 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 741 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Maybach | Opel |
| Model | 57 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
