2004 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2004 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 539 kg more than 1969 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 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Mistral. 2004 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1969 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1969 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti Q45 | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
| Model | Q45 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
