1965 Maserati Mexico vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 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 137 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1965 Maserati Mexico has manual transmission. 1965 Maserati Mexico will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Maserati Mexico | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mexico | C |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |