1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 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 75 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy.
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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indy | E |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
