1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 771 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Fiesta | 57 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |
