2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, both 2004 BMW Z4 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 319 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW Z4 | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | Z4 | 57 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 110 L |