2008 Maybach 57 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 57 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Maybach | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 57 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3465 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 82 L |
