2008 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1189 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 325 | 57 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |