1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2012 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus.
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, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 888 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 2012 Maybach Landaulet | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Taunus | Landaulet |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 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 Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
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 |