1999 Holden Commodore vs. 1968 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Commodore | 1968 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | Commodore | Mexico |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |