2009 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 1 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. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1073 kg more than 2009 BMW 550. 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 550 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5513 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
