1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2011 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 548 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
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 Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 819 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Maybach Landaulet | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Zephyr | Landaulet |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3828 mm |