1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 42 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 60 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1965 Maserati Mistral is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mistral | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
