1967 Maserati Mistral vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 29 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 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 787 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mistral. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mistral. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Maserati Mistral | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mistral | E |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |