1985 BMW 324 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 848 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW 324 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW 324 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 324 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 110 L |
