1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 35 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1133 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Mistral | Titan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3560 mm |
