2006 Maybach 57 vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. 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 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 57 | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Maybach | Ford |
| Model | 57 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
