2004 GMC Safari vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 553 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | GMC | Maserati |
Model | Safari | Mistral |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3484 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |