2004 Maybach 57 vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 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 360 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320. 2004 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Maybach | BMW |
| Model | 57 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 57 L |
