2002 Maybach 57 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maybach 57 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 198 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maybach 57 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Maybach | Audi |
| Model | 57 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2992 mm |
