1973 Maserati Indy vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 33 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 73 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 580 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Indy | Montero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
