1968 Maserati Mexico vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1979 Volvo 265 is newer by 11 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 108 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Volvo 265. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Mexico | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Mexico | 265 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4135 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |