1965 Maserati Mexico vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avalon is newer by 36 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 47 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 231 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mexico.
Because 1965 Maserati Mexico is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Maserati Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avalon. 2001 Toyota Avalon 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. 2001 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mexico | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Mexico | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
