1998 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 14 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), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1279 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 789 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320. 2012 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 320 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1465 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
