2008 Maybach 57 vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 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. Both 2008 Maybach 57 and 2003 Maybach 57 are equipped with a 5,513 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Maybach 57. (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Maybach 57. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 Maybach 57.
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, both vehicles can yield 900 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 57 | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Maybach | Maybach |
| Model | 57 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2220 mm |
