2008 Ford GT vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Ford GT. (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2008 Ford GT. 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 62 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford GT. (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford GT. 2007 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2008 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | GT | 62 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |
