1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 21 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 89 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | Mistral | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
