2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Maybach 57

To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang.

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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Mustang 2003 Maybach 57
Make Ford Maybach
Model Mustang 57
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 5513 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 543 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2220 mm


 

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