1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 805 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Indy. 2010 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Maserati | Jeep |
| Model | Indy | Commander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
