2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
Model | Corvette | 57 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |