2003 Maybach 57 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 70 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (473 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maybach 57 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maybach | Porsche |
| Model | 57 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
