1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 7 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 163 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indy | G |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
