1982 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 749 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada. 2007 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Granada | 62 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3830 mm |
