2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang 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 239 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1159 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Mustang | 57 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 110 L |