1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 31 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 55 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 345 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore. 2000 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1969 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1969 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Maserati | Holden |
| Model | Mistral | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
