1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 26 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 234 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. 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, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Indy | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
