2003 Maybach 57 vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP) has 215 more horse power than 2000 Porsche 911. (328 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche 911.
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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 911. 2003 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maybach 57 | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maybach | Porsche |
| Model | 57 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
