2009 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 120 | 57 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 110 L |