1997 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maybach |
Model | E | 57 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |