1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Viper is newer by 27 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Viper | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Viper | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
