1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 242 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Maserati Indy | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Indy | 405 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |