2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Ferrari 456M. (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 456M. 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 456M. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 456M | 57 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 110 L |
