1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 319 kg more than 1969 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Avanti | Maserati |
| Model | Avanti | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
