2011 Maybach 57 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 380 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 574 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maybach 57 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | S |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 620 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 999 Nm | 616 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2744 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5728 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1981 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1557 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3391 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
