1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 36 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Toyota FXS. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota FXS weights approximately 60 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 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Mistral | FXS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 280 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 | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
