1958 Ford 17 vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 771 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17. 2009 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford 17 has manual transmission. 1958 Ford 17 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | 17 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 110 L |
