2008 BMW 118 vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2008 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1967 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1967 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 118 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
