1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon. 2009 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Falcon | 57 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 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 | 1530 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
