2006 Audi RS4 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 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi RS4 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 123 more horse power than 2006 Audi RS4. (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi RS4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi RS4. (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi RS4. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi RS4 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 Audi RS4 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | RS4 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 360 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 360 mm | 3400 mm |
