1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 202 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mistral. 1972 AMC Javelin has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Javelin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | AMC | Maserati |
| Model | Javelin | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
