2004 Maybach 57 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 95 kg more 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 @ 2300 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
