1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1195 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (374 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 2010 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Maserati | GMC |
| Model | Mistral | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
