2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 849 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maybach |
| Model | S | 57 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |
