1967 Maserati Mexico vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 42 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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, 2009 Mazda 6, 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, 1967 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6. 2009 Mazda 6 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. 2009 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Maserati Mexico | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Mexico | 6 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 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 | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |