2006 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 325 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5513 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2220 mm |
