2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 260 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | Mistral |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 315 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |