1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 40 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, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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 (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1970 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1970 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | Indy | A5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
