2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (315 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati Mistral. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Expedition | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
