2011 Maybach 57 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Maybach 57 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 390 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. 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 728 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2011 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maybach 57 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Maybach | BMW |
| Model | 57 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 620 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 999 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2744 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5728 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1981 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1557 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3391 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 57 L |
