1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 75 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 554 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Mistral | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3246 mm |
