1999 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 320 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1324 kg more than 1999 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 809 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320. 2010 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 320 | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 320 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 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 |
