2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1967 Maserati Mistral is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Coupe | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
