2006 Maybach 57 vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Isis would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1438 kg more than 1956 Morris Isis. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis. 2006 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Isis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 57 | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Maybach | Morris |
| Model | 57 | Isis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2470 mm |
