2006 BMW 545 vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 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 215 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545.
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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 545 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5513 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
