1969 Maserati Indy vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 35 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 52 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1969 Maserati Indy.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Indy | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Indy | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
