2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 187 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
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 Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Express | Mistral |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4014 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |