1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Mistral | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 685 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
