1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 245 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mistral | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Maserati | Ferrari |
Model | Mistral | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 539 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |