1999 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1966 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mistral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Mistral. 1999 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1966 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1966 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Infiniti Q45 | 1966 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
Model | Q45 | Mistral |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |