2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (253 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1996 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 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mistral. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Excursion | Mistral |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 363 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |