2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Maybach 57 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 791 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Audi | Maybach |
Model | A8 | 57 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |