1969 Maserati Indy vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 56 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 17 kg more than 1969 Maserati Indy.
Because 1969 Maserati Indy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Maserati Indy | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Indy | CC |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |