2000 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 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 426 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 2009 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 318 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:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 318 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
