1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 48 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 699 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Maserati Mistral | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Mistral | 6 series |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 651 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2968 mm |