2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (899 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (544 Nm). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
Model | Corvette | 57 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 899 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |