2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1970 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 612 | 1970 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 612 | Mistral |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |