1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy 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 224 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 650 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indy | SP |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
