2007 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Maybach 57. (542 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Maybach 57. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 550 | 57 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 5513 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 901 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |