2003 Maybach 57 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2300 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maybach 57 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Maybach | Acura |
| Model | 57 | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
