1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga 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 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 300 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mistral | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | Mistral | Kuga |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |