1966 Maserati Mexico vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 37 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, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Maserati Mexico | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Maserati | TVR |
Model | Mexico | Tamora |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |