2006 Maybach 57 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. 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 112 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (493 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 814 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (700 Nm). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 57 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
