2009 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1840 kg more than 2009 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | R8 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
