2008 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | A3 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 543 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 110 L |
