2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 1968 Maserati Mistral is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda CR-V | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | CR-V | Mistral |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |