1972 Maserati Indy vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 Maserati Indy.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Indy | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Indy | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
