2006 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, both 2006 BMW 523 and 2006 Maybach 57 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2006 BMW 523. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 771 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 523 | 57 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |