1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1970 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 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 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 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 1970 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1970 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | AMC | Maserati |
| Model | Javelin | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
