1968 Maserati Mexico vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 22 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 162 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 424 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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, 1990 Rover 400, 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mexico | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | Mexico | 400 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4135 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
