1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART 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 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 74 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 199 kg more 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, 2013 Dodge DART, 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mistral | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Maserati | Dodge |
Model | Mistral | DART |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 197 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2703 mm |