2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 34 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1967 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 1967 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | C5 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
