1967 Maserati Mistral vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1967 Maserati Mistral is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 885 kg more than 1963 Mazda R 360. 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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Mistral | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Mistral | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1770 mm |
