2008 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 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 430 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 749 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 116 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
