2004 Maybach 57 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (518 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 894 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
