2006 BMW 760 vs. 1968 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 38 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 775 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mexico. 2006 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Mexico has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Mexico will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW 760 | 1968 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 760 | Mexico |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |