2009 Maybach 57 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1670 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 737 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Maybach | Mazda |
| Model | 57 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |
