2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 and 2009 Maybach 57 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 801 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320. 2009 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 320 | 57 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |