1968 Maserati Indy vs. 1989 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1989 Subaru Rex is newer by 21 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 225 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Indy weights approximately 945 kg more than 1989 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Maserati Indy 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 Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Rex, 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 Indy (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Indy | 1989 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Indy | Rex |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |