2006 Maybach 57 vs. 1971 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 821 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 57 | 1971 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Maybach | Toyota |
| Model | 57 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
