2008 Ford Focus vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Maserati Mistral is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Focus | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
