1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird 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 425 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Thunderbird | 57 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
