1996 BMW 325 vs. 1965 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 31 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 89 more horse power than 1996 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 BMW 325. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 1965 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 325 | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
