1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 27 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 14 more horse power than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 37 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Mistral | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
