2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 983 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (369 Nm). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Thunderbird | 57 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3932 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |