1967 Maserati Mexico vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 505 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.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mexico. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Maserati Mexico | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mexico | SL |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |