1999 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 BMW M5. (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1999 BMW M5. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M5. (499 Nm). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M5. 2009 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | M5 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
