2004 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1186 kg more than 2004 BMW M3. 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (899 Nm) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | M3 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
