2009 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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 166 more horse power than 2009 Lexus LS. (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1109 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Lexus | Maybach |
| Model | LS | 57 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 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 | 5.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 110 L |
