2011 Dodge Challenger vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 331 kg more than 2011 Dodge Challenger. 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Challenger. 2012 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Challenger has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Challenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maybach |
| Model | Challenger | 57 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2404 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5022 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1923 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |
