1992 BMW 850 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850.
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 (901 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 850. (447 Nm). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 850. 2006 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 850 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
