2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 2008 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | Corvette | 57 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7011 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 110 L |
