2007 BMW M vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 BMW M 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2007 BMW M. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M.
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 (1,357 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1002 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M. 2006 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | M | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 110 L |
