1981 BMW 725 vs. 1966 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
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, 1966 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 1966 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 725 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
