1965 Maserati Mexico vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 34 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 117 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mexico | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Mexico | MR-S |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |