1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 799 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Corsair | 57 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3400 mm |
