2006 Maybach 57 vs. 1987 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Commodore 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 389 more horse power than 1987 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1987 Holden Commodore. 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 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 57 | 1987 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Maybach | Holden |
| Model | 57 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2670 mm |
