2007 Maybach 57 vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 57 | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Maybach | Volvo |
| Model | 57 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2660 mm |
