2008 Maybach 57 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2008 Maybach 57. (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Maybach 57. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 857 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 57 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 877 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
