1996 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 727 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | A4 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 110 L |
