2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | 300 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
