2009 Maybach 57 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2011 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Maybach | Audi |
| Model | 57 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
