2004 Maybach 57 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 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 379 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Maybach | Porsche |
| Model | 57 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 66 L |
