1968 Maserati Mexico vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 40 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
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, 2008 TVR Chimaera (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mexico | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Maserati | TVR |
| Model | Mexico | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4135 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
