1972 Maserati Indy vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Indy. (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
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. 1975 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1972 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1972 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Indy | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | Indy | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
