1986 BMW 730 vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1986 BMW 730. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730. 2003 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 730 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2220 mm |
