1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1910 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. 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, 2011 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 888 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Taunus | 62 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |