2011 Maybach 57 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 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 228 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1186 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Maybach 57 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Maybach | Chevrolet |
Model | 57 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 899 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5728 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1981 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1575 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3391 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 129 L |