2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1968 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 40 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 75 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1968 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | F430 | Mexico |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 4135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 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 | 1525 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
