2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (253 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Ram | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
