2004 Maybach 57 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Maybach | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 57 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2960 mm |
