1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Mistral | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
