2008 Maybach 57 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (275 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 57 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | E420 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
