1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 32 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 157 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
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, 2002 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Indy | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
