1969 Maserati Indy vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1975 Toyota Crown is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Indy weights approximately 54 kg more than 1975 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Maserati Indy | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Indy | Crown |
Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |