1995 Honda Legend vs. 1970 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 285 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1970 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 1970 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend, 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, 1970 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Legend | 1970 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Legend | Mistral |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3205 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |