2009 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,357 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 866 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550. 2006 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 550 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6000 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
