2007 Maybach 57 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 360 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 57 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| 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 | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
