1968 Maserati Mexico vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 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 181 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mexico | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mexico | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4135 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
