2007 BMW 320 vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 43 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 3,486 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1964 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, 2007 BMW 320 (331 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (315 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati Mistral. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 320 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1505 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
