1972 Maserati Indy vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 117 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 582 kg more than 1972 Maserati Indy.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Indy. 2005 Nissan Pickup 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. 2005 Nissan Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Indy | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Indy | Pickup |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 289 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |