1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1965 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 17 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 164 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308. 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, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1965 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 308 | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
