1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 26 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (243 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 350 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.
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1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Pantera | Mistral |
Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |