1969 Maserati Indy vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Indy weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1969 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1969 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Maserati Indy | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Indy | E |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |