1965 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1965 Ford Mustang. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1965 Ford Mustang. 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.
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1965 Ford Mustang | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Mustang | 62 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4733 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3830 mm |