1967 Maserati Mexico vs. 1985 Ford Capri
To start off, 1985 Ford Capri is newer by 18 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 184 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 Ford Capri. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri. 1985 Ford Capri has automatic transmission and 1967 Maserati Mexico has manual transmission. 1967 Maserati Mexico will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Maserati Mexico | 1985 Ford Capri | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | Mexico | Capri |
Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |