2008 BMW 735 vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (544 HP) has 276 more horse power than 2008 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 BMW 735. 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 735 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 544 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |
