1996 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1996 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon. 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Falcon. (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Falcon. 2009 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Falcon | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Falcon | 62 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3707 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3830 mm |
