2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 585 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Mistral. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1969 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1969 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | Convertible | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
