1988 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Maybach 57
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. 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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3. 2005 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2005 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | M3 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
