1993 Holden Statesman vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1993 Holden Statesman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,985 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Statesman weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 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, 1993 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mistral. 1993 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Statesman | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | Statesman | Mistral |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4985 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |