1968 Maserati Indy vs. 1981 Matra-Simca Murena
To start off, 1981 Matra-Simca Murena is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. (91 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Indy weights approximately 505 kg more than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. 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, 1968 Maserati Indy (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Indy | 1981 Matra-Simca Murena | |
Make | Maserati | Matra-Simca |
Model | Indy | Murena |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2154 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |