2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 9 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1396 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang. 2012 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Mustang | 62 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
