1967 Maserati Mexico vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 45 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 190 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avalon. 2012 Toyota Avalon 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. 2012 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Mexico | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Mexico | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 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 | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2819 mm |
