2007 Maybach 57 vs. 1990 Audi V8

To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.

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2007 Maybach 57 1990 Audi V8
Make Maybach Audi
Model 57 V8
Year Released 2007 1990
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5512 cc 3562 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 543 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3400 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 80 L