2008 Acura TL vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 936 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Acura | Maybach |
| Model | TL | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2220 mm |
