1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 45 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1630 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 2010 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Maserati Mistral | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
Model | Mistral | Suburban |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 517 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |