1967 Maserati Mexico vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 33 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mexico. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Maserati Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mexico. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville 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. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Mexico | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | Mexico | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
