2007 Maybach 57 vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1775 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 868 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 57 | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Maybach | Nissan |
| Model | 57 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2460 mm |
