1970 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1632 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Capri | 57 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 110 L |
