2004 Maybach 57 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 7 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 374 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Maybach | BMW |
| Model | 57 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 51 L |
