1969 Maserati Indy vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 39 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 2008 Toyota RAV4. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Maserati Indy.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Indy | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Indy | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
