1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 35 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 38 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 810 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mistral | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mistral | SLK |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
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 | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |