2005 Lexus LS vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2005 Lexus LS. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus LS | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Lexus | Maybach |
Model | LS | 57 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 418 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3400 mm |