1972 Maserati Indy vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 25 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 7 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 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, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Indy | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Indy | 993 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
