1964 Maserati Mistral vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,694 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (243 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1964 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati Mistral | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mistral | 300 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3694 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
