1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1968 Jaguar Type S 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 3,694 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (243 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 376 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar Type S | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | Type S | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
