2005 Maybach 57 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maybach 57 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 158 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (384 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 280 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 57 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 384 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 280 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
