1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1970 Maserati Indy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 586 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 312, 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Maserati Indy | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Maserati | Wartburg |
Model | Indy | 312 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |