1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte

To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 615 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Mistral. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Maserati Mistral 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
Make Maserati Maserati
Model Mistral Quattroporte
Year Released 1969 2009
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4014 cc 4691 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 425 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4750 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 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3070 mm


 

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