1966 Maserati Mistral vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 40 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 109 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mistral.
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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Maserati Mistral | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Mistral | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
