1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster is newer by 30 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 105 more horse power than 1999 Opel Speedster. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Speedster. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Mistral | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
