1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 41 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 310 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, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Maserati | Hyundai |
| Model | Mistral | i40 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 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 | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1815 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
