1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 215 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Bigua | Mistral |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1050 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |