1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1971 Dodge Dart is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 115 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Dart | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Dart | Mistral |
Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 3484 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 325 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |