2008 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,357 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1086 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2006 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 328 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 110 L |
