2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Maybach 57 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 995 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | A6 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
