2009 Maybach 57 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 312 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
