1981 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2002 Maybach 57 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1981 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 814 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri. 2002 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Capri | 57 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 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 | 985 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2220 mm |