2007 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Maybach 57. (620 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Maybach 57. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1084 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 550 | 57 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 6000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |