2008 Maybach 57 vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1541 kg more than 1980 Nissan Skyline. 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 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 738 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 57 | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Maybach | Nissan |
| Model | 57 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2620 mm |
