2003 Maybach 57 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maybach 57 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
