1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1979 Porsche 930 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mistral | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Mistral | 930 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 431 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |