1968 Maserati Indy vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 37 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 142 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Indy weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. 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, 2005 Nissan Primera, 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Indy | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Indy | Primera |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |