1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 14 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Indy | 959 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |