2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 45 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (243 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
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.
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2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | DBS | Mistral |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |