2005 Maybach 57 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 795 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maybach 57 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Maybach | Toyota |
Model | 57 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |