1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1973 Maserati Indy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D 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 269 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Maserati | Steyr |
Model | Indy | 500D |
Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |