2004 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 36 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 325 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
