1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 46 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), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 2011 Dodge Durango 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. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Maserati | Dodge |
| Model | Mistral | Durango |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3043 mm |
