1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 21 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 90 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Mistral | 505 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
