1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Seville is newer by 18 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 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 450 kg more than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1964 Maserati Mistral is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Maserati Mistral (315 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm). This means 1964 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville. 1982 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Seville | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 3486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
