1967 Maserati Mistral vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Maserati Mistral | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Mistral | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |