2005 Maybach 57 vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Monaro 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 313 more horse power than 2004 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 608 kg more than 2004 Holden Monaro. 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Monaro. 2005 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 57 | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Maybach | Holden |
| Model | 57 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2800 mm |
