1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1967 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1972 Dodge Challenger 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1967 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Challenger | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
