1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 42 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 731 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy.
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 (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana. 2012 GMC Savana 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. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Maserati Indy | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Maserati | GMC |
Model | Indy | Savana |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3429 mm |