1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 41 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 120 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 17 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Maserati Indy | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Indy | 120 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |