1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Maserati | TVR |
| Model | Mistral | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 381 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
