2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico

To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.

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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW Z4 1966 Maserati Mexico
Make BMW Maserati
Model Z4 Mexico
Year Released 2009 1966
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 4136 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 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 1395 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2650 mm


 

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