2000 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2002 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | A8 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2220 mm |
