2008 Maybach 57 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-450.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maybach 57. (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maybach 57.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 57 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Maybach | Ford |
| Model | 57 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 142 L |
