2003 Maybach 57 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 7 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 193 more horse power than 2010 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maybach 57 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Maybach | Audi |
| Model | 57 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3073 mm |
