2011 Maybach 57 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1304 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Maybach 57 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | Maybach | BMW |
Model | 57 | 120 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
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 | 620 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 999 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2744 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5728 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1981 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1557 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3391 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 51 L |