1967 Maserati Mistral vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 545 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Mistral | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Mistral | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
