2004 Maybach 57 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 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 371 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1179 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 665 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Maybach | Subaru |
| Model | 57 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2740 mm |
