1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 268 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
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1965 Maserati Mistral | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Mistral | Golf |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 329 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |