2004 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1425 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 689 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320. 2010 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 320 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 110 L |
