2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral

To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral. 2006 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1965 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1965 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Infiniti Q45 1965 Maserati Mistral
Make Infiniti Maserati
Model Q45 Mistral
Year Released 2006 1965
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4490 cc 3484 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 452 Nm 325 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2410 mm


 

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