2009 BMW M3 vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1964 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Maserati Mistral (315 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm). This means 1964 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M3 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
