1985 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,978 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 530 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 881 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada. 2008 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Granada | 62 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3830 mm |
