2009 Maybach 57 vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1670 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Maybach | Opel |
| Model | 57 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
