2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1965 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mexico. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mexico. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1965 Maserati Mexico has manual transmission. 1965 Maserati Mexico will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1965 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Tahoe | Mexico |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |