1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Fairlane | 57 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3400 mm |
