1968 Maserati Indy vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 42 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 144 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane.
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, 2010 Renault Megane, 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Indy | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Indy | Megane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
