1966 Lamborghini Flying Star vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is newer by 1 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 3,939 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star weights approximately 60 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.
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, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (374 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Flying Star | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3939 cc | 3484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
