2010 Maybach 57 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (631 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 954 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Maybach 57 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Maybach | BMW |
| Model | 57 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 999 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2744 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5728 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1981 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1575 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3391 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 67 L |
