1962 BMW 700 vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mistral is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 580 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 700 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
