1975 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1980 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 62 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 830 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2009 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Escort | 62 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 110 L |
