2007 Maybach 57 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maybach 57 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Maybach | Ford |
| Model | 57 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2780 mm |
