1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 41 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, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 2006 BMW 335 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. 2006 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Mistral | 335 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
