2005 Maybach 57 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. (510 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 513 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. 2005 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maybach 57 | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
Make | Maybach | Aston Martin |
Model | 57 | V12 Vantage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1697 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |