1985 Holden Statesman vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1985 Holden Statesman is newer by 16 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 457 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Statesman. 1985 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1969 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1969 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Statesman | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
