2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1965 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 35 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mexico. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mexico. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1965 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 550 | Mexico |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 563 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 | 1690 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |