1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1969 Maserati Mistral is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 250 GT | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
