2008 Maybach 57 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 Nissan NV. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 57 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Maybach | Nissan |
| Model | 57 | NV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2736 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 106 L |
