Are Mercedes-Benz and Maybach the Same Brand?
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Mercedes-Benz and Maybach are not the same brand; Maybach is a sub-brand under Mercedes-Benz. Taking the Maybach S-Class as an example, its body dimensions are 5466mm in length, 1899mm in width, and 1497mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3365mm. In terms of power, the Maybach S-Class is equipped with three dual-turbocharged engines: a 3.0T L6, a 4.0T V8, and a 6.0T V12, paired with a 9-speed automatic and a 7-speed automatic transmission. The Maybach S-Class with the 3.0T engine delivers a maximum horsepower of 367ps and a maximum torque of 500nm, with an official 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 5.9 seconds and a combined fuel consumption of 9.2L per 100 km as per the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
I'm particularly fascinated by automotive history, and the development of Mercedes-Benz and Maybach is truly intriguing. Mercedes-Benz was founded in the late 19th century, with Karl Benz inventing the first automobile, which later became a symbol of German industry. As for Maybach, it was established in 1909 by Wilhelm Maybach, specializing in top-tier luxury vehicles like the legendary Zeppelin series. However, it disappeared for a period after World War II until the 2000s when Daimler AG, the parent company of Mercedes-Benz, acquired and revived it. Today, they are not the same independent brands; Maybach is a high-end sub-brand under Mercedes-Benz, similar to models like the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class, which is a super-upgraded version of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, featuring more luxurious materials and bespoke services. From a historical perspective, they are like sibling branches, and their shared stories add depth to the brands. Every time I see a Maybach debut at an auto show, I feel like I'm experiencing a living history book. I highly recommend reading Maybach's autobiography.
