1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Venture 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 165 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1999 Toyota Venture, 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Mistral | Venture |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
