1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 54 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 137 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Maserati | Scion |
| Model | Mistral | tC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
