1977 Ford LTD vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford LTD | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | LTD | 62 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3830 mm |