1966 Maserati Mistral vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1971 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 185 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 411. 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 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Maserati Mistral | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mistral | 411 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
