1992 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada. 2005 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Granada | 62 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
