1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 740 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1965 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1965 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Mistral | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |
