1999 Ford Contour vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1352 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 775 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour. 2012 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Contour | 57 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 110 L |
