1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 29 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 835 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mistral. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Suburban | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2410 mm |
