2005 Maybach 57 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 57 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
