2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1234 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (496 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | F-150 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2410 mm |
