1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mistral is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C 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 143 more horse power than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Maserati | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mistral | 6C |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1939 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
