1968 Maserati Mexico vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 43 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 920 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 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mexico. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Mexico has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Mexico will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Maserati Mexico | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Mexico | X6 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4135 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2934 mm |