1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1968 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1968 Maserati Mexico is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 650 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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.
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1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1968 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Mexico |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |