1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1966 Maserati Mexico is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 535 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1966 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 250 GTO | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 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 | 915 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
