2004 BMW 535 vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 906 kg more than 2004 BMW 535. 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 535. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 535 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
