2009 Maybach 57 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Maybach 57. (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Maybach 57.
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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maybach 57. (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maybach 57.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Maybach | Maybach |
| Model | 57 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 110 L |
