1966 BMW 2000 vs. 1967 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1967 Maserati Mexico is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 320 kg more than 1966 BMW 2000. 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, 1967 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 1967 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 2000 | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
