2006 BMW M6 vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 39 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 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
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, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M6 | Mistral |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |