2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1967 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 1967 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | GT | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 1485 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
