1959 Holden FC vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1968 Maserati Mistral is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 281 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FC | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | FC | Mistral |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |