2004 Maybach 57 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maybach 57 would be higher. 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 329 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. 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 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Maybach | BMW |
| Model | 57 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
