1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1406 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Zephyr | 57 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
