1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Charger | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
Model | Charger | Mistral |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4341 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |