1968 Maserati Mistral vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 39 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 115 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 238 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, 2007 Opel Zafira, 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mistral | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Mistral | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
