2008 Maybach 57 vs. 1973 AC 428
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1973 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1973 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1306 kg more than 1973 AC 428. 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 AC 428. (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 57 | 1973 AC 428 | |
| Make | Maybach | AC |
| Model | 57 | 428 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 7002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2736 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2450 mm |
