1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1967 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mexico.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1967 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Monte Carlo | Mexico |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |