1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1964 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 Maserati Indy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1964 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1964 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 70 kg more than 1964 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 1964 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Maserati | Tatra |
Model | Indy | T603 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |