2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1154 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Falcon | 57 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 2735 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
