1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Mistral | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
