1966 Maserati Mistral vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 368 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 1966 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
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1966 Maserati Mistral | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Mistral | Forester |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |