1992 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada 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 504 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1992 Ford Granada. 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 847 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada. 2007 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Granada | 57 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 110 L |
