1996 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2002 Maybach 57 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1996 BMW 525. 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525. 2002 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 525 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2220 mm |
