2004 Ford GT vs. 1967 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2004 Ford GT 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 70 kg more than 1967 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 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 1967 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | GT | Mexico |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1520 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |