2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1967 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. 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, 1967 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
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2004 BMW Z4 | 1967 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | Z4 | Mexico |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 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 | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1325 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |