2011 Maybach 57 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (445 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maybach 57 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maybach | Porsche |
| Model | 57 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 899 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5728 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1981 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1575 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3391 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |
