1972 Maserati Indy vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 40 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 Maserati Indy.
Because 1972 Maserati Indy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal. 2012 Buick Regal 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. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Indy | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Maserati | Buick |
| Model | Indy | Regal |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2738 mm |
