2009 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 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 74 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
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2009 Audi A4 | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | A4 | Mistral |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |