1978 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1886 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 2011 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 814 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2011 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Capri | 62 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3828 mm |