1972 Ford Torino vs. 1965 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 257 kg more than 1965 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 Ford Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mexico. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 1965 Maserati Mexico has manual transmission. 1965 Maserati Mexico will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1965 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Torino | Mexico |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |