2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 37 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (253 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 695 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.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | SRX | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
