1991 BMW 525 vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1991 BMW 525 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 1966 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 525 | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
