1969 Maserati Indy vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 19 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 81 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Indy weights approximately 167 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000, 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Indy | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Maserati | Saab |
| Model | Indy | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
