2008 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2008 BMW M3. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3. 2006 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 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 M3 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | M3 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
