2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Ferrari 612. (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ferrari 612. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 612. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 612. (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 612 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 110 L |
