2004 Maybach 57 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Maybach 57. (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Maybach 57.
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 (901 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (600 Nm). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Maybach 57 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maybach | Porsche |
Model | 57 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 901 Nm | 600 Nm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1150 mm |