2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1496 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 881 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2008 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Honda | Maybach |
| Model | Civic | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
