1968 Maserati Mistral vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 27 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 63 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 95 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1968 Maserati Mistral is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Mistral | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Mistral | Maxima |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |