2007 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Accord | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
