1969 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1969 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 1 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 194 more horse power than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1969 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 235 kg more than 1969 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jeep CJ5 | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Jeep | Maserati |
| Model | CJ5 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
