1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1970 Maserati Mistral is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 305 kg more than 1957 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Maserati | Wartburg |
| Model | Mistral | 312 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
