2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Maybach 57.
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, 2011 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maybach |
Model | E | 57 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5460 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |