1979 Ford LTD vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1979 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | LTD | 62 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3828 mm |
