2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1965 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 36 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mexico. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1965 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1965 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 360 | Mexico |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
