1973 Maserati Indy vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Indy | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |