1964 Maserati Mistral vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 47 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 3,486 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (315 Nm). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati Mistral. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Maserati Mistral | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Maserati | Audi |
Model | Mistral | Q7 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3486 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 550 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3002 mm |