1968 Maserati Indy vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 45 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 232 kg more than 1968 Maserati Indy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Indy. (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Indy. 2013 Nissan GT-R 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. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Indy | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Indy | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
