2007 Maybach 57 vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maybach 57 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 189 more horse power than 2012 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 57 | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Maybach | Audi |
| Model | 57 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |
