1968 Maserati Mistral vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 1985 Porsche 930 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral. 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Mistral | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Mistral | 930 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |