1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 27 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1407 kg more than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Thunderbird | 62 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5513 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 | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
