1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 320 kg more than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (315 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Nova | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
