1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (371 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 2009 Porsche 911 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mistral | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Mistral | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 371 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |