1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 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 72 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (216 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Ford Falcon. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Falcon. (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Falcon. 1993 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | Indy | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
