1968 Maserati Indy vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 16 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 342 kg more than 1968 Maserati Indy.
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 Quest, 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) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (304 Nm). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest. 2005 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Maserati Indy | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Indy | Quest |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 304 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3140 mm |