1972 Maserati Indy vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1976 Toyota Mark II is newer by 4 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Indy | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Indy | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
