1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 456M. 2003 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 456M | 57 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2220 mm |
