1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2012 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 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 535 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1964 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 851 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2012 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Taunus | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |
