1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 110 kg more than 1964 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (315 Nm). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
| Model | Pantera | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 315 Nm |
| 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 | 1350 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
