1975 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom

To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick.

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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Maverick.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Ford Maverick 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Make Ford Rolls-Royce
Model Maverick Phantom
Year Released 1975 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3272 cc 6749 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 83 HP 448 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5350 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 531 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5840 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 3580 mm