2003 Ford 427 vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Ford 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Ford 427. (582 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford 427.
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 62 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford 427. (704 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford 427.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford 427 | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | 427 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 582 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 704 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
