1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 40 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, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 553 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.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 630. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 630. 2009 BMW 630 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. 2009 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 2009 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Mistral | 630 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
