2007 Maybach 57 vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1965 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 810 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 57 | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Maybach | Ford |
| Model | 57 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
