1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 986 kg more than 1972 Ford Galaxie. 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 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Galaxie | 62 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 110 L |
