2009 Maybach 57 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2009 Maybach 57 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5979 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
