1998 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2009 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320.
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, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2009 Maybach Landaulet | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 320 | Landaulet |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |