1968 Maserati Mexico vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 37 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 95 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mexico.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mexico | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Maserati | Xedos |
| Model | Mexico | 9 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4135 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
