1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Bentley Turbo. 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bentley Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Bentley | Maybach |
| Model | Turbo | 57 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 110 L |
