1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 43 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 7 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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, both vehicles can yield 366 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Indy | Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
