2009 Maybach 57 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Maybach 57 would be higher. 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 284 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 923 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS. 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 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maybach 57 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Maybach | Cadillac |
Model | 57 | STS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5979 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |