1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1973 Maserati Indy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Indy | C 111 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2400 cc |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |