1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1970 Ford GT 40 is newer by 1 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Indy weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
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) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford GT 40 | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | GT 40 | Indy |
Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |