1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 41 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 37 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Mistral | 125 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
