2005 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 6 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 965 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | A8 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
