1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, both 1973 Maserati Indy and 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (331 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 185 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indy | 200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
