1968 Maserati Indy vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 40 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 49 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Indy weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Indy | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Indy | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
