1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 26 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 250 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Aerostar | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Aerostar | Mistral |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |