1967 Maserati Mistral vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 44 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mistral. 2011 Audi S8 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. 2011 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Maserati Mistral | 2011 Audi S8 | |
Make | Maserati | Audi |
Model | Mistral | S8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |