1968 Maserati Mexico vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, both 1968 Maserati Mexico and 1968 Saab 99 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1968 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Maserati Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99, 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, 1968 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Mexico | 1968 Saab 99 | |
Make | Maserati | Saab |
Model | Mexico | 99 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4135 cc | 1709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |