1966 Maserati Mexico vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mexico.
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 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Maserati Mexico | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Mexico | MR2 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 131 Nm |
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 | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |