1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 172 kg more than 2010 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Maserati Indy | 2010 BMW 116 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Indy | 116 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |