2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 804 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 280 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maybach |
Model | S | 57 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 384 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 280 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |