1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 39 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 49 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 647 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Mistral | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3270 mm |
