1971 Maserati Indy vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1971 Maserati Indy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Indy weights approximately 22 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 1971 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Indy | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indy | 230 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3400 mm |
