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Maserati Mexico 4.2 V8 (260 Hp)
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Maserati Mexico:
The Maserati Mexico is a 4-seater grand touring coupé produced by Italian automobile manufacturer Maserati between 1966 and 1972. It was based on the second series of the original AM107 Maserati Quattroporte, and it was powered by the same 4. 2 and 4. 7 L V8 engines.
The Maserati Mexico's design derived from a 2+2 prototype bodywork by Virginio Vairo shown on the Vignale stand at the October 1965 Salone di Torino and built upon a 4. 9-litre 5000 GT chassis, rebodied after it had been damaged. As the car after the show was sold to Mexican president Adolfo López Mateos, the model became known as the Mexico. By coincidence, John Surtees won the Mexican Grand Prix on a Cooper-Maserati T81 the following year. Vignale's prototype was so well received that Maserati immediately made plans to put a version into production....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Mexico Overview:
Maserati Mexico (Mexico). With 373 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1650 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.5 s). The top speed reaches 240 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Maserati Mexico was produced between 1967 and 1973, predating the establishment of Euro NCAP testing. Therefore, no official safety ratings are available for this generation. Safety features are rudimentary by modern standards.
4.2 V8 (260 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
While slightly less powerful than its 4.7L sibling, the 4.2L V8 still provided robust performance with 260 Hp, achieving 0-100 km/h in a respectable 7.5 seconds, maintaining its GT credentials.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is marginally better at 19 l/100 km compared to the larger engine, but still represents significant consumption typical of a classic V8 sports car.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stunning classic Italian design and exclusivity
- • Powerful and sonorous V8 engines for its era
- • Comfortable and luxurious interior for grand touring
- • Strong historical significance and collector appeal
- • Excellent high-speed cruising capabilities
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, even by classic car standards
- • Potentially high maintenance costs for a vintage Italian V8
- • Lack of modern safety features and driver aids
- • Reliability can be a concern without proper upkeep
- • Limited parts availability for some specific components
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Mexico: March, 1967 - March, 1973).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Maserati |
| Model: | Mexico |
| Generation: | Mexico |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.2 V8 (260 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 1969 |
| End of production: | March, 1973 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 260 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 62.9 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 373 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AM 112 More details about the engine AM 112 |
| Engine displacement: | 4136 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 9 l |
| Coolant: | 14 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 19 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 240 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.3 kg/Hp, 157.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 226.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1650 |
| Max. weight: | 1950 |
| Max load: | 300 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 680 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 95 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4760 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1730 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1350 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2640 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1390 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1360 mm |
| Front overhang: | 860 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1260 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring |
Behind the wheel of the Maserati Mexico. How does it handle on the road?