1968 Maserati Mistral vs. 1986 Maserati 228
To start off, 1986 Maserati 228 is newer by 18 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 228.
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, 1986 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mistral | 1986 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Mistral | 228 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
