1961 BMW 501 vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1973 Maserati Indy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 195 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. 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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 501 | Indy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
