1956 Chrysler C vs. 1970 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1970 Maserati Mistral is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 615 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral. 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, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1970 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | C | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
