2008 BMW 130 vs. 1966 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1966 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 130 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
