1968 Maserati Mistral vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Maserati Mistral is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 401 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mistral | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | Mistral | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1265 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
