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. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 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 | 3196 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 110 L |
