2006 Maybach 57 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. 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 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2006 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maybach 57 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maybach | Porsche |
Model | 57 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 901 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |