1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (295 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Dart | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
