2008 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530. 2003 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 530 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2220 mm |
