2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1106 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 2011 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2005 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
| Model | S-Type | 57 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
