1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1965 Maserati Mistral is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Mistral | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
