2006 Maybach 57 vs. 1977 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown 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 475 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. 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 759 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Maybach 57 1977 Toyota Crown
Make Maybach Toyota
Model 57 Crown
Year Released 2006 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5513 cc 2188 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 542 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 901 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2735 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3400 mm 2700 mm


 

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