1968 Maserati Mexico vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 42 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, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mexico. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Mexico. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Mexico | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Maserati | Audi |
Model | Mexico | A5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4135 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2751 mm |