2007 Maybach 57 vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2007 Maybach 57 and 2007 Cadillac BLS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maybach 57 | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Maybach | Cadillac |
Model | 57 | BLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 58 L |