1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1965 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mexico is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1965 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Maserati |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
