1973 Maserati Indy vs. 2003 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Montana is newer by 30 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 103 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Because 1973 Maserati Indy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Montana. 2003 Pontiac Montana 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. 2003 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 2003 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | Indy | Montana |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |