1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1991 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 26 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 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 370 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1965 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 1965 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1991 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 1991 Cadillac DeVille 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. 1991 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | DeVille | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 3484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
