1972 Maserati Indy vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 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 204 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 322 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 1981 Nissan Skyline 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. 1981 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Indy | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Indy | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
