2003 Maybach 57 vs. 2005 BMW 545
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maybach 57 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 217 more horse power than 2005 BMW 545. (326 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 BMW 545. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Maybach 57 | 2005 BMW 545 | |
Make | Maybach | BMW |
Model | 57 | 545 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |