2006 Maybach 57 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 (1,357 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 976 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 57 | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Maybach | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 57 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 613 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1357 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2960 mm |
