1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1973 Maserati Indy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore 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 173 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 370 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Indy | Commodore |
Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |