1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2004 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Cortina | 57 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2220 mm |
