1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1113 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 (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV. 2012 Nissan NV 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 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Maserati Indy | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Indy | NV |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3711 mm |