1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 992 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1965 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1965 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Suburban | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
