2008 BMW 335 vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 335 | Mistral |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3484 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 325 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |