2005 Maybach 57 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 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 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Audi R8. (525 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2011 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 2011 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 57 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Maybach | Audi |
| Model | 57 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
