1972 AMC Matador vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 365 kg more than 1967 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 Matador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mistral. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1967 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1967 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | AMC | Maserati |
| Model | Matador | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| 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 | 469 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
