1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 1965 MG MGB
To start off, both 1965 Maserati Mistral and 1965 MG MGB were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1965 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 334 kg more than 1965 MG MGB. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mistral | 1965 MG MGB | |
Make | Maserati | MG |
Model | Mistral | MGB |
Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 149 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |