1976 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 996 kg more than 1976 Ford LTD.
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, 2011 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford LTD. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford LTD | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | LTD | 62 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 543 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3828 mm |
