1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 37 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 160 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (128 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 123 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | Indy | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
