1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 437 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.
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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Indy. 2011 Chrysler 300 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. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Maserati | Chrysler |
| Model | Indy | 300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3053 mm |
