1969 Maserati Indy vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1969 Maserati Indy.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Indy | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indy | T5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
