2008 Acura TL vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Acura | Maybach |
| Model | TL | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 899 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 Length | 4810 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3391 mm |
