1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 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 96 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
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1969 Maserati Mistral | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Mistral | Forester |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |