2007 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 325 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |
