1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 35 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 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 133 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1970 Maserati Mistral is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Mistral | 6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
