1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 38 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 134 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 77 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, 2007 Peugeot 207, 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207. 2007 Peugeot 207 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. 2007 Peugeot 207 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Maserati Mistral | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Mistral | 207 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |