1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 107 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 285 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Mistral | Forester |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2616 mm |
