1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 29 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 485 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.
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, 1994 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (405 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 1994 Cadillac Seville 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. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Seville | Mistral |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3484 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 325 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |