1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 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 154 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy.
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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Indy | E |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |