1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1968 Ferrari Dino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | Dino | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
