2005 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 BMW 740. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,357 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 757 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 740 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |
