1967 Maserati Mistral vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 is newer by 36 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 181 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Mistral | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Mistral | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
