1995 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
