2005 Maybach 57 vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 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 340 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2011 BMW 123. 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 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 57 | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Maybach | BMW |
| Model | 57 | 123 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 51 L |
