2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1297 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (325 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Ram | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 3484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2410 mm |
