1968 Maserati Mexico vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 504 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mexico would be higher. 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 165 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 118 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 504. 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, 1968 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Mexico | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Mexico | 504 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4135 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |