2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 440 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Coupe | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Coupe | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 3486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
