1965 Maserati Mexico vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico 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 112 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mexico | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Mexico | 944 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
