1971 Maserati Indy vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 41 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 78 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Maserati Indy. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Indy | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indy | R |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3216 mm |
