1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 325 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mistral. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1967 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1967 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Dakota | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
