1998 AC Cobra vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 214 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (315 Nm). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | Cobra | Mistral |
Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 315 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |