1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 675 kg more than 1964 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (315 Nm). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Newport | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |
