2008 BMW 550 vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 39 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, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 395 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.
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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Mistral. 2008 BMW 550 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. 2008 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 550 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4014 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
