1967 Maserati Mistral vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1990 Toyota Camry is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mistral 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 134 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Maserati Mistral is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry. 1990 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1967 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1967 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Mistral | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Mistral | Camry |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
