1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, both 1969 Dodge Challenger and 1969 Maserati Mistral were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 205 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Challenger | Mistral |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |