2004 BMW 645 vs. 1968 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 36 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 BMW 645 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mexico.
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2004 BMW 645 | 1968 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 645 | Mexico |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1815 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |