1972 Maserati Indy vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 141 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 285 kg more than 1972 Maserati Indy.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso. 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Indy | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
| Model | Indy | Musso |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
