1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 29 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 117 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 220 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Mistral | Omega |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
