2005 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | A8 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
