1971 Maserati Indy vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy 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 67 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 105 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1971 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1971 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Maserati Indy | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Indy | E |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 3221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |