1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mistral is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 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 196 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 280 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Maserati Mistral is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Maserati | Wartburg |
| Model | Mistral | 312 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
