2009 Maybach 57 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 366 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (178 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
