1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 3 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 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (331 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 210 kg more than 1976 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.
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1973 Maserati Indy | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Indy | 200 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4930 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 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 | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |