1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1970 Maserati Indy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 340 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. 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.
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1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvair | Indy |
Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |