2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 Maybach 57 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8, 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8. 2004 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | A8 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
