2009 Maybach 57 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2009 Maybach 57 and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (431 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1153 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maybach 57 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Maybach | Chevrolet |
Model | 57 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5979 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 431 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
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 | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 69 L |