2007 Maybach 57 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza 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 425 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza. 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 752 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 57 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Maybach | Opel |
| Model | 57 | Monza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |
