1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 43 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 238 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Mistral | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
