1969 Maserati Indy vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 42 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 106 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Indy weights approximately 525 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator. 2011 Suzuki Equator 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. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Maserati Indy | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
Model | Indy | Equator |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |