1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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, 2008 Mini Cooper, 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 (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Maserati Indy | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Maserati | Mini |
Model | Indy | Cooper |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |