1990 BMW 518 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 518 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
