1966 Jaguar E-Type 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 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 205 kg more than 1966 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mexico.
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1966 Jaguar E-Type | 1967 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | E-Type | Mexico |
Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |