1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 40 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 47 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | Mistral | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
