1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang 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 500 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1969 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang. 2011 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ford Mustang | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Mustang | 62 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3828 mm |