1967 Maserati Mexico vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Maserati Mexico | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
Model | Mexico | Victor |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |