1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 1971 Volvo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. 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 123 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 164 weights approximately 95 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Maserati Mistral | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Mistral | 164 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |