1958 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 579 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 2000 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 938 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Popular | 57 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3400 mm |