2009 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus GS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS. 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Lexus | Maybach |
| Model | GS | 57 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 110 L |
