2009 Maybach 57 vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 493 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 2025 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 815 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Maybach | Toyota |
| Model | 57 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2290 mm |
