1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 680 kg more than 1970 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Indy. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1970 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1970 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indy | S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
