2006 Maybach 57 vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 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 392 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1972 Rover 3.5. 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 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 57 | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Maybach | Rover |
| Model | 57 | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2820 mm |
