1990 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1990 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada. 2003 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Granada | 57 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2220 mm |