2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (253 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 187 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | Mistral |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |