1966 Maserati Mexico vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 42 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 806 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mexico. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Maserati Mexico. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Mexico. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1966 Maserati Mexico has manual transmission. 1966 Maserati Mexico will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Maserati Mexico | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Mexico | Touareg |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |