1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Maserati Indy. 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, 1968 Maserati Indy (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 365 GT | Indy |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |