1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1967 Maserati Mistral is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 250 GTO | Mistral |
Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |