1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1966 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 117 kg more than 1966 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1966 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Pantera | Mistral |
Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |