1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1968 Maserati Mistral is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 640 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mistral. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | New Yorker | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1905 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2410 mm |
