1972 AC 428 vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1972 AC 428 is newer by 4 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (253 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AC 428 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AC 428 | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | 428 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
