1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 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 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mistral | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Mistral | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 390 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |