1966 Maserati Mexico vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 43 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 155 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 857 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mexico.
Because 1966 Maserati Mexico is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Maserati Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Maserati Mexico | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mexico | Touran |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
