2006 Maybach 57 vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maybach 57 would be higher. 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 169 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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 877 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 2006 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 | 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Maybach | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 57 | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 613 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 1357 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2600 mm |
