1968 Maserati Indy vs. 2007 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 39 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 81 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 205 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, 2007 Opel Vectra, 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Indy. (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Indy. 2007 Opel Vectra 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. 2007 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Maserati Indy 2007 Opel Vectra
Make Maserati Opel
Model Indy Vectra
Year Released 1968 2007
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4136 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2840 mm