1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1973 Maserati Indy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona 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 229 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 Opel Ascona. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Indy | Ascona |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |