2007 Maybach 57 vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 316 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 430 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 57 | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Maybach | BMW |
| Model | 57 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |
