2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maybach |
Model | 159 | 57 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |