2006 Maybach 57 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2006 Maybach 57 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. (605 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2006 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 (1,357 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maybach 57 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 57 | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 613 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 1357 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |