2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 34 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 435 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1966 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 1966 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera, 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, 1966 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Riviera. 2000 Buick Riviera 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. 2000 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 1966 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Riviera | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
