1990 BMW 850 vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1990 BMW 850. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1990 BMW 850. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 850. 2009 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 850 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 110 L |
